Demonstration Alert – U. S. Embassy Colombo, Sri Lanka

Event: Demonstrations are expected to take place from February 6 through February 15, 2018 as the president of the Maldives has declared a state of emergency until February 15. Groups are expected to protest in central Male in response to emerging political developments.

Actions to Take:

Avoid the areas of the demonstrations.

Exercise caution if unexpectedly in the vicinity of large gatherings or protests.